Core Viewpoint - The report from Caitong Securities maintains a "Buy" rating for China Resources Beverage (02460), highlighting the company's strategy of upgrading flavors and specifications to expand consumer demographics and scenarios, alongside strengthening sports marketing and channel management [1] Recent Events - On January 14, 2026, the company announced the resignation of former Chairman Zhang Wei Tong due to work adjustments, with Gao Li, General Manager of the Finance Department of China Resources Group, appointed as the new Chairman for a three-year term. Additionally, President Li Shu Qing will take over as the authorized representative and will also become the legal representative of China Resources Yibao Beverage (China) Co., Ltd [1] Management Changes - Gao Li joined China Resources in 2007 and served as the Financial Director of China Resources Beverage from 2012 to 2020, leading cost management reforms and establishing a lean sales expense control system. Li Shu Qing has been with China Resources since 1994 and will oversee daily operations, strategic implementation, and safety production as the new President. Both executives bring around 20 years of operational experience within the China Resources system, potentially creating complementary advantages in financial control and overall management [2] Strategic Development - Since 2025, the company has been deepening its dual-engine strategy of water and beverage, continuously enriching its product matrix. In the bottled water segment, new products include the Yibao Sports Cap 555ml and 210ml pocket-sized packaging, targeting sports, on-the-go, and tea brewing scenarios. In the beverage segment, 14 new and upgraded products were launched in the first half of 2025, including new flavors and packaging for existing lines such as the Magic Sports Drink and flavored tea series [3]